Little Green Fingers helps young learners explore and connect with nature meaningfully and think like young scientists. With hands-on lessons, experiments, and creative activities, we make teaching about nature easy and fun for teachers and parents. Nurturing a sustainable future together.
Our project aims to combine proven teaching methods to create engaging and meaningful experiences for young learners. Our approach is built on six key pillars:
Tailored to foster eco-awareness and sustainability skills from an early age.
Empowers young learners to become lifelong advocates for the planet.
Combines environmental topics with STEAM to spark inquiry and critical thinking.
Encourages problem-solving and creative thinking through hands-on activities.
Inspires real-world learning and a deeper connection to nature through outdoor exploration.
Engages children with a special focus on those with fewer opportunities to connect with nature.
Result 1
V1 Available Q2 '25This report offers a comprehensive blueprint to understand the current landscape of Education for Environmental Citizenship in Early Childhood Education and Care. It establishes the foundation for developing a Little Green Fingers curriculum.
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Scheduled for Q3 '25This training manual prepares educators to lead Little Green Fingers sessions with confidence. Packed with lesson plans and activity guides, it empowers teachers to make environmental education a natural part of early learning.
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V1 Available Q4 '25Tailored for parents, this guide offers practical tips, engaging activities, and conversation starters to nurture a love for nature at home. It helps families cultivate sustainable mindsets together.
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Available Q2 '26A collection of fun, hands-on activities focused on nature. The activity bank makes environmental learning easy and exciting, giving educators and parents ready-to-use ideas that spark curiosity.
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Available Q1 '25A digital space where teachers and parents can access materials, share experiences, and connect with others in the Little Green Fingers community. The hub keeps eco-education active and inspired.
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Available Q3 '26This virtual event celebrates the project’s achievements and sharing insights. Educators and parents can join sessions and discussions to deepen their eco-education journey.
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Available Q3 '26This report is a summary of the project’s impact, key insights, and recommendations for future eco-education. It serves as avaluable tool for schools and teachers to nurturing sustainable mindsets in young learners.
At the heart of Little Green Fingers is a diverse team of dedicated partners from across Europe, each bringing unique expertise to nurture eco-conscious learning. From environmental research to innovative education design, our partners are united in their vision to inspire a new generation of sustainability-minded young people. Meet the organisations driving this project forward.
Leading the way, this Dutch foundation empowers children as changemakers through design thinking, addressing environmental and social challenges to build a sustainable future.
Green Schools is an international environmental education programme for primary and secondary schools. It is coordinated internationally by FEE, while In Ireland, Green Schools is run by our project partner An Taisce.
Bringing environmental citizenship education to the forefront, this Cypriot organization is a key player in developing innovative teaching resources for young learners.
As a forward-thinking Belgian SME, Change of Course focuses on digital education and green learning, ensuring that the project’s resources are scalable and accessible across Europe.
